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WorldJun 1

China Conducts Naval Patrols Near Taiwan Amid Regional Diplomatic Activities

China deployed naval forces east of Taiwan following Japan-Philippines maritime talks, while criticism was directed at Czech Senate President's Taiwan visit.

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WorldApr 24

Cuban Diplomat Rejects US Calls for Political Prisoner Releases in Negotiations

Cuban officials deny that releasing political prisoners is part of ongoing diplomatic talks with the United States.

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SportsMay 22

Enhanced Games to Allow Performance-Enhancing Drugs in Athletic Competition

A new sporting event called the Enhanced Games will permit athletes to use performance-enhancing substances typically banned in traditional sports.

4 sources
EntertainmentMay 6

Russia Returns to Venice Biennale for First Time Since Ukraine Invasion

Russia opened a pavilion at the Venice Biennale on Tuesday, marking its first participation in the prestigious art exhibition since launching its invasion of Ukraine.

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TechnologyMay 22

Microsoft Hires Gaming Industry Analyst Matthew Ball as Xbox Chief Strategy Officer

Microsoft has appointed gaming industry analyst Matthew Ball to the newly created position of Xbox chief strategy officer.

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WorldMay 27

North Korea Tests AI-Guided Weapons; Russia Updates Defense Policies; Ukraine Strikes Crimea

North Korea conducted AI-guided missile tests while Russia modified banking defense rules and Ukraine struck Sevastopol with Storm Shadow missiles.

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FinanceMar 7

Federal Reserve Faces Policy Challenges Amid Mixed Economic Signals

Federal Reserve officials are navigating competing pressures from inflation concerns and weakening labor market conditions as they consider monetary policy decisions.

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FinanceMay 3

Chicago Fed President Calls Recent Inflation Data 'Bad News'

Chicago Federal Reserve President Austan Goolsbee characterized recent inflation data as disappointing, signaling continued concerns about price pressures.

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SportsMar 5

Federal Judge Sets November 2 Trial Date for Billups, Jones in Poker Case

Hall of Famer Chauncey Billups and former NBA guard Damon Jones among dozens of defendants facing November trial in federal poker case.

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SportsMay 6

Carlos Correa Sidelined for Season with Ankle Injury Requiring Surgery

Houston Astros shortstop Carlos Correa will miss the remainder of the season after suffering a torn ankle tendon that requires surgical repair.

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WorldJun 10

Iranian Drone Reportedly Downs US Army Helicopter, Prompting Military Response

An Iranian drone allegedly struck and downed a US Army helicopter worth $25 million, leading to retaliatory military action by US forces.

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TechnologyApr 22

ServiceNow Stock Falls 14% After Warning of Middle East Deal Delays

ServiceNow shares dropped sharply after the company reported revenue growth but warned of delays in Middle East deals and margin pressure from acquisitions.

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PoliticsMay 12

Lawmakers Introduce Competing Drug Policy Measures Amid Fentanyl Crisis

Congress considers death penalty for fentanyl dealers while other states pursue assisted suicide legalization and federal funding for test strips faces restrictions.

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PoliticsApr 3

Supreme Court Justice Alito Hospitalized for Dehydration After March Event

Justice Samuel Alito was treated at a hospital for dehydration after falling ill at a Federalist Society dinner in Philadelphia on March 20.

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WorldMay 2

Man arrested in Austria over rat poison found in baby food jar

Austrian authorities arrested a man after rat poison was discovered in a jar of HiPP baby food, prompting a manufacturer recall.

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